2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 973 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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 (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Express | Ram |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |