2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 240 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |