2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 962 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2003 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Verada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2730 mm |
