2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Ram and 2009 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (311 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |