2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Honda Accord

To start off, both 2009 Dodge Ram and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Ram 2009 Honda Accord
Make Dodge Honda
Model Ram Accord
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6690 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 3013 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 827 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 16.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 1129 kg
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 70 L


 

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