2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Ram | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |