2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix 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 342 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1048 kg more than 2010 Toyota Matrix. 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 Toyota Matrix, 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4394 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
