2012 Ford Flex vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 337 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Flex | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Flex | Ram |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |