2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1643 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
Model | Ram | D8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2310 mm |