2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Voyager 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 184 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Voyager. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Voyager. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Ram | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
