2010 Nissan NP300 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2010 Nissan NP300 and 2010 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 362 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan NP300 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | NP300 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |
