2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 115 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 388 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (328 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |