2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
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 Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Opa. 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 (319 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa. 2001 Toyota Opa has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Opa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Opa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
