2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Saab 03-Sep 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 947 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. 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 Saab 03-Sep, 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Ram 2006 Saab 03-Sep
Make Dodge Saab
Model Ram 03-Sep
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8276 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 85.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 85.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2472 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 19.6 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 23.5 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 62 L


 

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