2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 488 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Ram | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 132 L |