2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 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 204 more horse power than 2012 Ford Explorer. (290 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 405 kg more than 2012 Ford Explorer. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
