2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 662 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Expedition | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
