2007 Dodge Ram 1500: Road Test
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- MSRP: $21,370 -$40,840
- Invoice: $18,958 -$35,922
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Our road test for the 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 includes a full evaluation of the 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2007 Dodge Ram 1500, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 help you decide if a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| 2WD reg. cab, V6 man. | 2WD reg. cab, 4.7 V8 man. | 4WD Quad Cab, 5.7 V8 auto. | 4WD Mega Cab | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
V6 labors under heavy load, when passing, or climbing hills. The 4.7 V8 has adequate power, but the 5.7 Hemi is the best choice for heavy hauling or towing. Mega Cabs, more than 1100 lb heavier than comparable Quad Cabs, move quickly from a stop but lack reserve punch for merging or passing. Hemi's Multi-Displacement System undetectable in use, doesn't affect power output. Test 4WD 5.7 Quad Cab did 9.5 sec 0-60 mph. Ram's maximum towing capacity is 3750 lb with V6, 7650 with 4.7 V8, 9100 with 5.7.
FUEL ECONOMY
| 2WD reg. cab, V6 man. | 2WD reg. cab, 4.7 V8 man. | 4WD Quad Cab, 5.7 V8 auto. | 4WD Mega Cab | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2.5 |
With 4.7 V8, test 4WD automatic-transmission Quad Cabs averaged 12.6 mpg. No opportunity to measure fuel economy with manual transmission or Mega Cab. Dodge recommends 89-octane fuel for the Hemi, regular-grade for the other engines.
RIDE QUALITY
| 2WD reg. cab, V6 man. | 2WD reg. cab, 4.7 V8 man. | 4WD Quad Cab, 5.7 V8 auto. | 4WD Mega Cab | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4.4 |
No large pickup rides smoothly, but Ram is competitive in class. Optional 20-inch wheels add some harshness over bumps, though Ram suffers less jiggle over bumps than most pickups.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| 2WD reg. cab, V6 man. | 2WD reg. cab, 4.7 V8 man. | 4WD Quad Cab, 5.7 V8 auto. | 4WD Mega Cab | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3.5 |
Good for a large pickup. Body lean fairly well-controlled. Grip adequate. Steering provides good road feel. Available AWD a useful option, base 4WD system should not be left engaged on dry surfaces. Brakes perform well in routine use, though some testers complain of poor pedal modulation. Optional antiskid system a safety plus, but Dodge should make 4-wheel ABS standard instead of optional.
QUIETNESS
| 2WD reg. cab, V6 man. | 2WD reg. cab, 4.7 V8 man. | 4WD Quad Cab, 5.7 V8 auto. | 4WD Mega Cab | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 4.9 |
Modest highway wind and tire noise make Ram impressively hushed for a truck. V6 raucous when worked hard, which it often needs to be. The 5.7 V8 roars loudly under acceleration and is noticed even at cruise. The 4.7 is quieter under most conditions. Mega Cabs have additional sound insulation, are quietest of all.
CONTROLS
| 2WD reg. cab, V6 man. | 2WD reg. cab, 4.7 V8 man. | 4WD Quad Cab, 5.7 V8 auto. | 4WD Mega Cab | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6.3 |
Most audio, climate controls close at hand. Navigation system's screen large, user friendly. Hard plastic dominates cabin, but materials in line with Ram's rugged character.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| 2WD reg. cab, V6 man. | 2WD reg. cab, 4.7 V8 man. | 4WD Quad Cab, 5.7 V8 auto. | 4WD Mega Cab | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8.3 |
Spacious, though the lankiest may want more seat travel in regular cabs. Center floor hump eats into passenger foot room. Seat too flat for ideal support. Power-adjustable pedals improve comfort and help shorter drivers sit a safe distance from steering wheel airbag. Doors are heavy, and 4WD versions have extremely high step-in. High nose hides view of nearby objects, hampering sense of control in tight spaces.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| 2WD reg. cab, V6 man. | 2WD reg. cab, 4.7 V8 man. | 4WD Quad Cab, 5.7 V8 auto. | 4WD Mega Cab | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 5 |
Quad Cab has good head room and comfortably reclined backrest, but can cramp legs with front seats more than halfway back, and narrow door openings hamper entry/exit. No such problems in Mega Cab, which offers vast leg room, large doorways, and a reclining split seatback. Cabin wide enough for three, though floor hump limits center rider's foot space.
CARGO ROOM
| 2WD reg. cab, V6 man. | 2WD reg. cab, 4.7 V8 man. | 4WD Quad Cab, 5.7 V8 auto. | 4WD Mega Cab | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 5.1 |
Generous storage behind regular-cab seat, where standard plastic storage tray is handy. Quad Cab rear seat cushion folds to expose storage bins or clever available fold-out steel load floor. Mega Cab similar, but seat can slide forward to increase already good space behind it. Lots of driver accessible storage bins.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| 2WD reg. cab, V6 man. | 2WD reg. cab, 4.7 V8 man. | 4WD Quad Cab, 5.7 V8 auto. | 4WD Mega Cab | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 6.4 |
Ram's "big-rig" styling shouts for attention, but its performance, comfort, and solidity are more important. There are body styles and equipment to meet most needs, plus the praiseworthy availability of curtain side airbags, all-wheel drive, and an antiskid system.
Total Score
| 2WD reg. cab, V6 man. | 2WD reg. cab, 4.7 V8 man. | 4WD Quad Cab, 5.7 V8 auto. | 4WD Mega Cab | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 39 | 48 | 53 | 51.4 |
Total Score: 44
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