2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1358 kg more than 2006 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Ram | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2370 mm |
