2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1564 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Xedos |
| Model | Ram | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6688 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2760 mm |
