2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3048 mm |
