2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (448 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 148 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Ram | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
