2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Ram | Savana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |