2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 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 328 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 189 kg more than 2007 Nissan Navara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Navara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |