2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 219 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Ram | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 66 L |
