2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
