2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 541 kg more than 2004 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 132 L |
