2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 186 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1444 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |
