2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 58 L |
