2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Ford Puma
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 Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Puma would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2003 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1434 kg more than 2003 Ford Puma. 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 (691 Nm) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Puma. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Puma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
