2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 744 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Stavic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Stavic. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Stavic. 2007 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Ram | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
