2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 979 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
