2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 597 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Freestar | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
