2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 748 kg more than 2008 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Ram | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
