2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 3 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (264 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1395 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. 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 (691 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
