2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 236 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
