2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 713 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3070 mm |
