2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 322 kg more than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (407 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |