2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1109 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 509 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |