2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 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 (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1324 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| 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 | 331 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
