2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1259 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |
