2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Nissan NV. 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 NV. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | NV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 106 L |
