2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar 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 (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 925 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestar. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
