2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 968 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Sierra | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | GMC | Dodge |
Model | Sierra | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |