2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (262 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ram | Lancer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |