2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram 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 69 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1228 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 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 2006 Nissan 350Z. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
