2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 172 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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 @ 3950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
