2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 4 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, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 668 kg more than 2010 Acura RL.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 Acura RL | |
Make | Dodge | Acura |
Model | Ram | RL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 73 L |