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2023 Nissan
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2022 RAM
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| MPG - City | 17 - 18 MPG | 15 - 17 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 22 - 24 MPG | 21 - 25 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 4 - 5 seats | 2 - 6 seats |
| Cargo Space | 40.1 - 49.6 ft3 | 50.3 - 74.7 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 305 - 395 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 6,180 - 6,720 lbs | 4,350 - 8,240 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 210.2 - 224.1 in | 209.0 - 237.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.0 - 74.7 in | 79.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 26.2 - 33.2 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 34.7 - 40.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.9 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.6 in |
Front 39.9 - 41.0 in
Rear 39.7 - 39.9 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Due to its greater head- and legroom, passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more in the RAM 1500 Classic than in the Nissan Frontier.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Nissan Frontier and the RAM 1500 Classic.
Convenience
With the RAM 1500 Classic you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Nissan Frontier, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Nissan Frontier will have less of an impact on your bank account than the RAM 1500 Classic.
Dimensions
Since the Nissan Frontier is much slimmer than the RAM 1500 Classic, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the Nissan Frontier, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the RAM 1500 Classic.
Handling
The Nissan Frontier has a smaller turning radius than the RAM 1500 Classic, allowing you to more easily get in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Nissan Frontier is clearly the choice over the RAM 1500 Classic for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Nissan Frontier and the RAM 1500 Classic.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Nissan Frontier transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the RAM 1500 Classic.
Utility
The Nissan Frontier has less seating than the RAM 1500 Classic, making the RAM 1500 Classic the better choice if you often have passengers.
The Nissan Frontier has a little less cargo capacity than the RAM 1500 Classic for hauling material.