2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 6 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 66 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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 2013 Nissan Cube. 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 (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Cube |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
