2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1553 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
