2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
