2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Pickup. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1999 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2960 mm |
