2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1547 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2000 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2420 mm |
