2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 109 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-350. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-350. (548 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
