2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 2 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 245 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Trafic. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Trafic. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Trafic 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 | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
