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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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 | 4300 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |