1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 714 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3580 mm |
