2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
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 Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 340 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 771 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 (712 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (224 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
