2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 5 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1376 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
