2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (265 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
