2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Honda Element

To start off, both 2009 Dodge Ram and 2009 Honda Element were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element.

Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element 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 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Ram 2009 Honda Element
Make Dodge Honda
Model Ram Element
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Pickup Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5320 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 60 L