2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2012 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Navara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |