2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
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 Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Supra 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 38 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Supra. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1403 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra. 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 Supra. 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) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
