2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Ram and 2003 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (319 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MPV. (230 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2003 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | MPV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
