2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP) has 420 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1429 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. 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 (691 Nm) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Ikon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 691 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1043 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 48 L |