2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 SSC Aero
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Ram and 2009 SSC Aero were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 717 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 398 kg more than 2009 SSC Aero.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 SSC Aero. 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 847 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2009 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2009 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2009 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Dodge | SSC |
| Model | Ram | Aero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1090 mm |
