2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 3 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |
