2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 2 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 (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |