2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1551 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
