2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Navara | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Navara | Ram |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 404 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |