2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 192 kg more than 2013 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3683 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |