2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (331 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1019 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
