2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 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 (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1719 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2620 mm |
