2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 6 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 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 113 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. 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 2010 Nissan Cube. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Cube |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
