2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
