2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback 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 191 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Ram | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
