2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1239 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
