2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | Ram |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2790 mm |