2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
