2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Ford E-250 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 454 kg more than 2005 Ford E-250. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | E-250 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 132 L |