2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Almera 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 (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1414 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Almera. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
