2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 602 kg more than 2002 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3530 mm |
