2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
