2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Saleen S7 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, 2009 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2009 Saleen S7.
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, 2009 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Saleen |
| Model | Ram | S7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2692 mm |
