2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. 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 340 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 543 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
