2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2004 GMC Savana. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 662 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Savana. (448 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2004 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
