2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster 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 241 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
