2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 885 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
