2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 890 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Matrix. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Matrix. 2008 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
