2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 TVR T 440 R. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 440 R. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Ram | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
