2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
