2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1996 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2540 mm |
