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 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 36 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 504 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 | 4802 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
