1999 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 628 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Armada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3140 mm |
