2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 152 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |
