2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 862 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
