2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | i40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
