2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 975 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1562 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |