2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1651 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |
