2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |