2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 392 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1233 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
