2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 816 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
