2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Intrepid 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 (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1181 kg more than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. 2003 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2880 mm |
