2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 129 L |
