2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 609 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |
