2009 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 609 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 1999 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
