2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle 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 142 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
