2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina 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 239 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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 1997 Toyota Carina. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |