2001 Nissan Moco vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1348 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Moco | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Moco | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3569 mm |
