2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1302 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1041 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 42 L |
