2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 74 L |
