2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 982 kg more than 2006 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |
