2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 816 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Xterra | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
