2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
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 Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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 (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
