2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (391 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Blackhawk | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
