2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | HR-V | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |