2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1256 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Ram | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |