2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1318 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |
