2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 669 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (407 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |