2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
