2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 42 L |
