2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Uplander | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 509 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 129 L |