2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2900 mm |
