2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
