2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Ram | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |