2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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 291 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 572 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Ram | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
