2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 272 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima. 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 2005 Kia Optima. 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 (509 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Optima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
