2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 740 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Spark |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |
