2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Express and 2007 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1177 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Express | Ram |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5883 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |