2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1276 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Express 2010 Dodge Ram
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model Express Ram
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Van Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 323 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 507 Nm 448 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3950 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 2537 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 98 L


 

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