2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 6 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 (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 111 kg more than 2011 GMC Savana. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |
