2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Nissan President
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 President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Nissan President.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan President. 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1996 Nissan President | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | President |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3040 mm |