2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |
