2008 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. Both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2010 Dodge Ram are equipped with a 5,654 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 54 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |
