2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 995 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 135 L |
