2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 82 L |
