2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 579 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Equus.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Equus. 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 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Equus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 77 L |
