2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX56 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti QX56. 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 QX56 (529 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Ram | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 106 L |
