2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 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 170 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 279 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 129 L |
