2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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 (407 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 209 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1495 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |