2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 5 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 931 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | GT-R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 74 L |