2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon 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. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon. 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 (509 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
