2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 134 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2013 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 136 L |
