2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 860 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Maxima. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Maxima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 353 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |