2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2149 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (753 Nm) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5882 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 753 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2540 mm |
