2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
