2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Ram | XL7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |