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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 819 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
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 | 5998 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
