2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 673 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150. 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 2008 Ford F-150. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 114 L |
