2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram 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 (345 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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 (510 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
