2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Ram and 2003 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 362 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 759 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 192 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |