2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 169 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1399 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. 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) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6688 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 73 L |
