2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKT 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 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 226 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 431 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKT. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Ram | MKT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
