2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Ram and 2004 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2760 mm |