2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 458 kg more than 2003 Maybach 57.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Maybach 57. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maybach |
| Model | Ram | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2220 mm |
