2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis. 2007 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
