2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
