2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
