2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 593 kg more than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2730 mm |
