2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 503 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |
