2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 313 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Altima | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
