2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1731 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 2013 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 42 L |
