2010 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Ram would be higher. Both 2010 Dodge Ram and 2011 Dodge Ram are equipped with a 4,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 310 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 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, both vehicles can yield 447 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Dodge Ram 2011 Dodge Ram
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Ram Ram
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4700 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3950 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2318 kg 2308 kg
Vehicle Length 5817 mm 5817 mm
Vehicle Width 2017 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1908 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 3569 mm 3569 mm
Fuel Consumption 12.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 98 L


 

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