2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
