2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 692 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | E-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 373 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |