2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
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 Hummer H2 (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram. 2006 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
Make | Dodge | Hummer |
Model | Ram | H2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 121 L |