2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 119 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |