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RAM 1500 Regular Cab Long (DS, facelift 2013) 4.7 V8 (310 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
RAM 1500:
The Ram pickup is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by Stellantis North America and marketed from 2010 onwards under the Ram Trucks brand. The current fifth-generation Ram debuted at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, in January of that year.
Previously, Ram was part of the Dodge line of light trucks. The Ram name was introduced in October 1980 for model year 1981, when the Dodge D series pickup trucks and B series vans were rebranded, though the company had used a ram's-head hood ornament on some trucks as early as 1933....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Regular Cab Long (DS, facelift 2013) Overview:
RAM 1500 (Regular Cab Long (DS, facelift 2013)). With 447 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2200 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
4.7 V8 (310 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Sufficient power for most tasks, but lacks the punch and efficiency of newer engines.
Fuel Economy
Poor fuel economy compared to the Pentastar V6 and EcoDiesel, with limited performance benefits over the V6.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Diverse and powerful engine lineup, including efficient EcoDiesel
- • Refined ride quality thanks to coil-spring rear suspension
- • Well-appointed and comfortable interior for a pickup
- • Strong towing and hauling capabilities across the range
- • Available Uconnect infotainment system was advanced for its time
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be poor with V8 engines (excluding EcoDiesel)
- • Some interior materials feel less premium in lower trims
- • Larger turning radius can make maneuvering in tight spaces challenging
- • Potential for higher maintenance costs on EcoDiesel models
- • 4.7L V8 is less competitive than other options
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Regular Cab (DS): 2010 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | RAM |
| Model: | 1500 |
| Generation: | Regular Cab Long (DS, facelift 2013) |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.7 V8 (310 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2013 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 2-3 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 310 Hp @ 5650 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 65.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 447 Nm @ 3950 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EVE [Same engine] More details about the engine EVE |
| Engine displacement: | 4701 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.6 l |
| Coolant: | 13 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6000 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.1 kg/Hp, 140.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.9 kg/Nm, 203.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2200 |
| Max. weight: | 2994 |
| Max load: | 794 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2115 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2858 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 121 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 19.2° |
| Length: | 5867 mm mm [559mm more] |
| Width: | 2017 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1889 mm mm [21mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3569 mm mm [508mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2017 mm |
| Front track: | 1728 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1715 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13.7 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 15.7° |
| Departure angle: | 24.1° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 265/70 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.0J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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