2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1218 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari F430. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Ram | F430 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 95 L |
