2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 458 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Ram. 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 (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Ram | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Ram |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
