2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 821 kg more than 2005 Dodge Durango. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Durango | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 6688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 3149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |
