2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Peugeot 407

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407.

Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 407. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Ram 2008 Peugeot 407
Make Dodge Peugeot
Model Ram 407
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 0 HP
Torque 447 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 67 L


 

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