2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Wrangler | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
