2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 5 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 343 kg more than 2011 Acura ZDX.
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 (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Dodge | Acura |
Model | Ram | ZDX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
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 | 408 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |