2005 Chevrolet Alero vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Alero would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 973 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Alero | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Alero | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3580 mm |
