2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry 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 (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (159 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Ram 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Ram Camry
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5621 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 346 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 6300 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 2010 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 70 L


 

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