2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
