2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (260 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. 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 2006 Nissan Altima. 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 (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |