2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram 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 (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 283 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 (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Flex |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
