2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |