2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Wrangler 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 223 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2002 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 57 L |
