2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 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 5,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2039 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (753 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5882 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 753 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 66 L |
