2007 Acura RL vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Acura RL 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1384 kg more than 2007 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RL | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 132 L |
