2005 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1138 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Expedition | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
