2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 173 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |