2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 652 kg more than 2005 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Nitro 2007 Dodge Ram
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Nitro Ram
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3704 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 2517 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3580 mm


 

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