2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
