2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 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 (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1204 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
