2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 708 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Ram | Camaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |