2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 173 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
