2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1563 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 2008 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |
