2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1379 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Etude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1839 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1093 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
