Number One Gets Tougher. Dodge Ram 2007

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Summary

A truck with a tuff guy image, a bold and notable grill, and a track record of excellent truck reliability, that is what the 2007 Dodge Ram is and so much more.  This is a truck that is brave on the outside, yet comfortable and convenient on the inside.  The 2007 Dodge Ram got an extensive update; it gained a new frame, suspension and body mounts, and new headlamps which give greater light intensity. 

Full Review 2007

The '07 Ram also has some new features to make it even more enticing including a power-sliding rear window, bucket seats, a navigation radio and a DVD entertainment system. And in the fuel consumption department, Hemi-equipped Rams have fuel-saving cylinder deactivation technology.  The Dodge Ram is actually very desirable for a wide range of consumers since it is available in 1500, 2500 and 3500 versions, which translates to half-, three-quarter- and one-ton ratings, respectively. Ram pickups come in regular cab and four-door Quad Cab body styles. Dodge also offers a Mega Cab model.  Light-duty Rams can have V-6 or V-8 power, while heavy-duty models can have V-8 or diesel power.

Towing with the Ram

Trailer towing capacities range from 2,900 pounds for the V6 to 9,100 pounds for a Hemi 2WD Regular Cab.  A 4WD Quad Cab with the 4.7-liter and automatic transmission is rated to pull a 7,050-pound trailer with the 3.92 rear axle ratio. The available 20-inch wheels reduce towing capacity by about 1,000 pounds.

'07 Dodge Ram Style

The 2007 Dodge Ram presents a bold, distinctive appearance with its big horse-collar grille and Freightliner fenders. The headlamps cut back deeper into the fenders, and a flattened front bumper on Sport and Laramie emphasizes Ram's big-rig image. A slot in the front bumper aids engine cooling and air conditioner performance. Ram's trademark front grille remains one of the most instantly recognizable front ends on the road. Rams sit relatively high off the ground, particularly the four-wheel-drive models. Tailgate load height is 35 inches on four-wheel-drive models, and a little over 33-1/2 inches with two-wheel-drive. The long bed adds 20 inches to the wheelbase of a Dodge Ram. And a Quad Cab wheelbase is 20 inches longer than a Regular Cab. So a Quad Cab long bed has 40 more inches of wheelbase than a Regular Cab short bed.  From its mammoth big-rig grille on back, Ram Mega Cab ranks high on the macho scale. A body-colored grille goes on Rams with the Sport Appearance Group.  All heavy-duty Ram models have a Sweptline (slab-sided) cargo bed.

Inside the Ram

Quad Cab models have a folding rear seat. Leather upholstery and adjustable pedals are standard in the Laramie model.  Long seat bottoms in the Ram 2500 offer an easy-chair experience. Interior space is plentiful, especially in the Quad Cab. A sunroof is available on Quad Cab models, and Sirius Satellite Radio is offered.

Ram Driving

The result overall is that the Ram offers responsive handling, a comfortable ride, and a general feeling of tightness. The Ram is a big truck and on narrow roads it feels big and tall, with broad fenders that seem to fill small country roads. The ride height of the Ram adds to this sensation.  All Rams come standard with big four-wheel disc brakes that are smooth and easy to modulate.  The Ram's rigid chassis minimizes road vibration.

Power for 2007 

A choice of engines is available for the Ram. The 5.7-liter Hemi V8 is the most popular engine choice. Fuel efficiency is enhanced on all Ram 1500s by reduce-drag brake calipers and low-rolling-resistance tires. On four-wheel-drive models, the standard transfer case is electronically controlled, and a front-axle disconnect system reduces friction in 2WD mode. Ram's optional Hemi engine delivers power and efficiency. Ram's standard 4.7-liter V8, while not as powerful as the Hemi, delivers responsive performance and is smooth and sophisticated, benefiting from a modern overhead-cam design. Full-time four-wheel drive (all-wheel drive) is available with the 4.7-liter V8 for improved stability in slippery conditions.    The Hemi's peak power and torque ratings are 345 horsepower at 5400 rpm and 375 pound-feet of at 4200.   Equipped with the 4.7-liter, the Ram feels eager around town and on winding roads. Fuel efficiency ratings are 14/19 mpg (with 2WD). The 4.7-liter V8 revs higher than an overhead-valve engine and generates 235 horsepower and 300 pound-feet of torque. The optional five-speed automatic is responsive. The 3.7-liter overhead-cam V6 is smooth and works well with the manual six-speed gearbox.

Safety Features

Safety features include optional side-curtain airbags designed to provide head protection in a side impact or rollover.  All-disc brakes with a rear-wheel antilock feature are standard. Four-wheel ABS is standard in the Laramie.

Summary

The Ram is available in so many different trims, cab sizes, powertrains, and bed lengths that it is able to appeal to a broad audience; simply said - there is a Ram truck for everyone.  The trims include ST, SLT, and Laramie.  ST comes standard with air conditioning, AM/FM/CD stereo, rear-wheel ABS, 17-inch steel wheels and a full-size spare tire. Caranddriver.com praises the Ram for its improved fuel efficiency-check out the full article here. Options include a bed liner, trailer tow mirrors, speed control, four-wheel ABS, power adjustable pedals, 17-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels, and a power sliding rear window for the Quad Cab. The Detroit News says "it's got the demeanor of a monster truck." Automotive.com adds, "Arguably, the Ram is the best-looking truck on the market. Its styling is bold and handsome, even more so in its latest incarnation." Laramie is the luxury trim level. It comes standard with dual-zone climate control, steering-wheel mounted audio controls, four-wheel ABS, security alarm, and Sentry Key engine immobilizer. Leather seats are standard, with a split 40/20/40 bench up front and power adjustment for the driver.