2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2007 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1608 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |