2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (301 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 539 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (732 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (363 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2946 mm |
