2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (541 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 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 | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |