2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Ram | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 33 L |
