1996 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1996 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Ram. 2011 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Armada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 3129 mm |
