2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 862 kg more than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 (713 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Ram | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |