2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
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 Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 75 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 439 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
