What diesel engine is in a 2004 Dodge Ram 2500?

2019-10-27

What diesel engine is in a 2004 Dodge Ram 2500?

Cummins 5.9-liter diesel
Take a test drive with us. Like other heavy duty versions, the 2500 has a stiff ride that bounces passengers around. Choosing this heavy duty work truck over the regular 1500 lets you opt for the 325-hp Cummins 5.9-liter diesel six-cylinder engine.

How many miles will a 2004 5.9 Cummins last?

The Cummins brand is extremely reliable and prides itself on long-lasting engines. The 5.9-liter engine can expect to churn out 300,000 to 400,000 miles.

How much horsepower does a 2004 5.9 Cummins have?

325 horsepower
3rd Gen Cummins Horsepower/Torque Guide

Year Transmission Horsepower
2003 Auto Manual High Output 235 horsepower 305 horsepower
2004 Auto Manual High Output 235 horsepower 305 horsepower 325 horsepower
2005 Auto Manual 325 horsepower 325 horsepower
2006 Auto Manual 325 horsepower 325 horsepower

How much horsepower does a 2004 Dodge Cummins have?

The new Cummins delivers 325 horsepower at 2900 rpm and a nice round 600 pound-feet of torque at 1600, without any fine print: It’s not a high-output option, doesn’t have a transmission restriction or de-rating, and is 50-state legal.

Is the 5.9 Cummins reliable?

Outside of the fuel system, the 5.9 24v is a very reliable engine. The engine internals such as the pistons, rod, and crankshaft will last a lifetime and can hold up beyond 500,000 miles. Outside of the fuel system components, you should expect to replace common items like water pumps, hoses, belts, etc.

What is the difference between 47RE and 48RE?

47RE: An electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission found in ’96 to ’02 Dodge trucks, as well as some ’03 models. 48RE: An electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission found in ’03 to’07 Dodges.

Is the 48RE transmission good?

Registered. The main weak spots, in general, of the 48RE are: line pressure, torque converter and the input shaft due to it’s locked 3-4 shift. Other than those, they’re a pretty good towing transmission.