2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | GT 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |