2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Tundra | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2790 mm |
