2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 25 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3030 mm |
