2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 731 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. 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 (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Ram | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Z |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
