1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 655 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | Ram |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4080 mm |