1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 700 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Bigua | Ram |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4080 mm |
