2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 161 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 102 L |
