2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 659 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
