2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 106 L |