2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP) has 300 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MPV. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 602 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | MPV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
