2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 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 386 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1212 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
