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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 846 kg more than 2012 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 (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 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 | 4701 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
