2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 303 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Avanti | Dodge |
| Model | Studebaker | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3580 mm |
