2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
