2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | F-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5883 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3050 mm |