2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 101 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
