2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus 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 (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus. 2004 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
