2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (330 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (401 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Ram 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Dodge Mitsubishi
Model Ram Lancer
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5621 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 276 HP
Torque 509 Nm 401 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 88 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 2010 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 50 L


 

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