2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.

Because 2009 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 2009 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Ram 2007 Honda Accord
Make Dodge Honda
Model Ram Accord
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6690 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 3013 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 827 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 1418 kg
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 65 L


 

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