2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1194 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
