2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram 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 369 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (124 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 961 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Tiida |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |