2006 Ford Territory vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram.
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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram. 2006 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Territory | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
