2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 810 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |