2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Venza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |
