2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1598 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
