2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |
