2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
