2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1558 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
