2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 4 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 282 kg more 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Navara. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Navara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |