2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Quest |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |