2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 767 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.

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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2005 Dodge Ram
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model Silverado Ram
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 4702 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 407 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96.1 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 6 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 2517 kg
Vehicle Length 5850 mm 6350 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 4080 mm
Fuel Consumption 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 132 L