2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. 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 2002 Nissan Primera. 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 (407 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Primera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
