2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 863 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ka. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Ka |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 40 L |
