2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 937 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Ridgeline | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2790 mm |