2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (515 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150. 2012 Ford F-150 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 515 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3670 mm |