2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 607. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Ram | 607 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |