2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 578 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram. 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 2012 Dodge Durango. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 93 L |
