2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Ford Galaxy 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 (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2005 Ford Galaxy. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |