2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1052 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (713 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
