2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1218 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | 2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
