2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 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 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 64 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
