2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic 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 301 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1179 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 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 Civic, 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Ram | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
