2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ram | DBS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 78 L |
