2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 278 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Flex |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
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 | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2994 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |