2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 58 L |
