2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
