2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 5 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Ram | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |