2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
