2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2670 mm |
