2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Ram | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |