2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 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 80 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Ram | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
