2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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 (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 5. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
