2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 556 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5212 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2920 mm |
