2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 270 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1866 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Dodge | Smart |
Model | Ram | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 95 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 33 L |