2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 172 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1141 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Ram | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1529 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |