2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Peugeot 807

To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 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 348 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (152 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 837 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 807. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (213 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Ram 2007 Peugeot 807
Make Dodge Peugeot
Model Ram 807
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8276 cc 2230 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5850 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2472 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 23.5 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 80 L


 

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