2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1864 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6688 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
