2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 628 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 106 L |
