2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 743 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2760 mm |
