| The 2005 Dodge Ram is an example of all that is | | | | and expanded center consoles. SRT-10 models have |
| good today in the full size pickup truck market. All | | | | been designed for performance with street tuned |
| manufacturers have models that are very respectable | | | | suspension systems, and a plethora of other additional |
| both inside and out like the Chevy Silverado, Ford F150, | | | | features. The SRT-10 is the fastest pickup truck |
| and Toyota Tundra. The Ram was the first pickup | | | | offered on the market today. |
| truck to be upgraded to its current modern form in the | | | | Engines offered include the 3.7 liter V6, 4.7 liter V8, 5.7 |
| early 2000's. Since then it has set many standards the | | | | liter V8, and a special V10 Viper engine is available on |
| other companies have tried to imitate. The only area | | | | SRT-10 performance models. Most of the basic work |
| where the Ran really is deficient is fuel economy, with | | | | trucks will be equipped with either the smaller V6 |
| nearly every other truck beating it. For hauling and | | | | (more common on 2 wheel drive models) or the |
| towing the Ram still remains one of the toughest | | | | smallest 4.7 liter V8. Mid level and high end models will |
| competitors. | | | | more than likely be found with the larger V8 engine. All |
| Trim packages available for the 20005 Dodge Ram | | | | SRT-10 models come with the Viper engine as |
| include the same ones that have been offered in | | | | standard equipment. |
| recent years. The cabins sizes offered include just a | | | | Other notable features of these workhorses is the |
| regular cab, and a quad cab option. Interior cabin quality | | | | specially reinforced frames that make the truck |
| is very nice, being made of high grade materials and | | | | exponentially stronger than any previous model. That |
| solidly constructed. As far as roominess is concerned | | | | means that towing and hauling capabilities are better |
| the Ram has ample leg and upper body space for | | | | than ever. The more powerful of engine utilized, the |
| both the driver and front passenger in a regular cab. | | | | more hauling can be done, no longer is the frame a |
| There is also enough room behind the front seats to | | | | limiting factor in any regard. Special noise reduction |
| place some tools or other equipment. Those who need | | | | material has also been employed, making this one of |
| to transport more passengers and tools will have to | | | | the quietest cabins on any modern truck. The only |
| consider one of the quad cabs that seat 4 | | | | area where the 2005 Dodge Ram is behind the |
| passengers and have independent opening rear doors. | | | | competition s fuel economy, where comparable |
| ST, SLT, and Laramie are the standard trim packages. | | | | models are nearly 1-2 mpg off all competitors. |
| ST models are basic will AC, manual door locks, and | | | | Overall the Ram is a very capable work truck that |
| vinyl upholstery. SLT models come with cloth | | | | actually has set the standard for what a modern truck |
| upholstery, upgraded interior accents, leather wrapped | | | | should be capable of. Consumers who need optimal |
| steering wheels, CD players, wider tires, and more | | | | performance in areas like towing and hauling seriously |
| audio speakers. The Laramie is the high-end package | | | | need to consider the Ram, while those looking for |
| which comes with dual zone climate controls, premium | | | | something a little less powerful and fuel efficient may |
| stereos, 17 inch aluminum wheels, full leather upholstery, | | | | want to look elsewhere. |