2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 71 L |
