2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (319 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 662 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Ram | Camaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |