2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 200 more horse power than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 9-7X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 783 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Dodge | Saab |
Model | Ram | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5326 cc |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |