1997 Nissan Presea vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1507 kg more than 1997 Nissan Presea. 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 1997 Nissan Presea. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Presea. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Presea | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Presea | Ram |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3560 mm |