2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Lincoln LS 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 116 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1071 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS. 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 Lincoln LS. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Ram | LS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |