2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 78 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Express | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |