2000 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Ram and 2000 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 936 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Ram | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Sentra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 184 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |