2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1131 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (425 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 425 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |