2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 413 kg more than 2011 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan NP300. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
