2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana 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) has 60 more horse power than 2005 GMC Savana. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 827 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Savana. (400 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 117 L |
