2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 668 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (430 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
