2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 510 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Ram | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
