2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 234 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Prius. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius. 2008 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |