2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Taurus. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Taurus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |