2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 53 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer.
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 @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Explorer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 85 L |