2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. Both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2005 Dodge Charger are equipped with a 5,654 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 78 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Ram | Charger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |