2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 5 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 96 kg more than 2010 GMC Savana.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 2421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |
