2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 884 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Ram | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2418 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 58 L |