2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn LW 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 210 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 945 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. 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 Saturn LW. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Ram | LW |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |
