2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser

To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 603 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.

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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Ram 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Ram FJ Cruiser
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5883 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 325 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 2900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 827 Nm 367 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 119.9 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1963 kg
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 72 L


 

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