2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 230 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 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
