2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 940 kg more than 2000 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Xterra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |