2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |