2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Ford E-350. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 132 L |
