2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | F-450 | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 98 L |