2012 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 579 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Accord | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Accord | Ram |
Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2790 mm |