2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
