2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 706 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. 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 (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | NV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
