2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 3 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 31 more horse power than 2009 Nissan GT-R. (469 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan GT-R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 759 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan GT-R. (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | GT-R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |