2012 Nissan Xterra vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 191 kg more than 2012 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Xterra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Xterra | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Xterra | Ram |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |
