2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram.
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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2010 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. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3250 mm |