2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Expedition. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 106 L |
