2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 315 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 847 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Ram | XL7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |