2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
