2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
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 Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 471 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
