2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 129 L |
