2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1912 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Dodge |
| Model | D8 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 4080 mm |
