2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1379 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
