2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 838 kg more than 1999 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Stagea. 1999 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 1999 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Stagea |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |