2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 238 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima. 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 2012 Nissan Maxima. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
