2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1214 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (610 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 95 L |
