2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 4,700 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 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1328 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
