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 4,757 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (216 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
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 | 3700 cc | 4757 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2980 mm |
