2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2012 Ford F-150 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3670 mm |
