2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1390 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
