2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram 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 246 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 81 kg more than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol. 2006 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Patrol |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 425 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 102 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |