2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Insight would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2006 Honda Insight | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |