2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 219 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (471 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2720 mm |
