2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1656 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 128 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1208 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |