2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
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 Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 49 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
