2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 988 kg more than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |