2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Ram and 2006 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 584 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry. 2006 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |