2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd

To start off, both 2011 Dodge Ram and 2011 Kia Cee'd were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 988 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Dodge Ram 2011 Kia Cee'd
Make Dodge Kia
Model Ram Cee'd
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5700 cc 1582 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 551 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 2346 kg 1358 kg
Vehicle Length 5817 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 2017 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1877 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3569 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 53 L


 

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