2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 551 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Xedos |
| Model | Ram | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2620 mm |
