2010 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 2012 Dodge Ram are equipped with a 5,654 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Ram | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Ram | Ram |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |