2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Titan | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Titan | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2790 mm |