2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. 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 (319 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2760 mm |
