2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1690 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |
