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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 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 375 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 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 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
