2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 703 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (435 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 435 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 87 L |