2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 678 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Excursion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 167 L |