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 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 291 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
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 | 8276 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 691 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95 mm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |