2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2011 Dodge Ram and 2011 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1053 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Ram | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Ram | 6 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |