2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 1074 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
