2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford F-150
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 F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1639 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |
