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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 234 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 8 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 | 4701 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |
