2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 4 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 779 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram. 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 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Ram | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3295 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |
