2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1033 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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 (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
