2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
