2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella 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 (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 835 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Avella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2400 mm |
