2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP) has 272 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 277 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 48 L |
