I currently drive an '01 5.2 V8 Dodge Ram.... looking to upgrade. Found a great price on an '08 4.7, but concerned about not having the 5.7 Hemi. Also looking at an '07 5.7 Hemi Ram, but not as good of a price. Advice??? Is it going to be a huge difference?

 

Irish,

You might want to try this link for other opinions on this matter. I like them both for differing reasons myself. Don't forget to spice up whatever Ram you get with Mopar accessories from Mopar.com Check this link out for engine comparison.....

https://dodgeforum.com/forum/3rd-gen...?ref=ccm-ext-1

 

Welcome to DF.

First, before anything else, please read this:
https://dodgeforum.com/forum/dodge-ra...s-section.html

Will move ya to the 3rd gen section.

 

Read thru some threads, you'll find a LOT of them are guys with 4.7s wanting information on the feasibility of dropping a HEMI in.

Try to find a guy with a Hemi wanting a 4.7.... 'nuff said...

 

Definitely hold out for the Hemi powerplant. There is most likely no difference in mpg, but you would be making a significant sacrifice in horsepower and torque. I had the 4.7 in the Dakota I owned, and it was nice, but the Ram is a much larger vehicle. You will be glad you held out for a Hemi in the Ram.

 

Well the 08 4.7 has 310 hp and 330 tq vs the 07 hemi w/ 345 hp and 375 tq. The mileage will most likely be the same, question is do you need the extra power? Also are they both autos, b/c I think the 08 4.7 w/ a manual tranny would be nice combo?