2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 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 (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1097 kg more than 2007 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 (509 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
