2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 261 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1454 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
