2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
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 (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 78 L |
