2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 726 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Ram | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |
