2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 423 kg more than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 93 L |
