2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 489 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |
