2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Sentra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2690 mm |