2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 7 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 39 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
