2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 722 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
