2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
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 Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 151 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
