2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 244 kg more than 2000 Renault Safrane. 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 2000 Renault Safrane. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Ram | Safrane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |