2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2003 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |