2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 958 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Equinox has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Equinox | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |
