2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2004 Dodge Ram. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
