2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 350 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 992 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. 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 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Ram | SX4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 691 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |