2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mustang. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 105.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |