2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 502 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Equus.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Equus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 77 L |
