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2023 Nissan Titan vs. 2022 RAM 1500 Classic Review

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2023 Nissan
Titan

MSRP*: $39,950 to $62,230
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2022 RAM
1500 Classic

MSRP*: $30,235 to $48,425
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MPG - City 15 - 16 MPG 15 - 17 MPG
MPG - Hwy 20 - 21 MPG 21 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 6 seats 2 - 6 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 50.3 - 74.7 ft3
Engine
  • 400-hp, 5.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 305-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 395-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 400 hp 305 - 395 hp
Towing Capacity 9,053 - 9,323 lbs 4,350 - 8,240 lbs
Exterior Length 228.2 - 229.5 in 209.0 - 237.9 in
Exterior Width 79.5 - 80.7 in 79.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 24.8 - 38.5 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 34.7 - 40.3 in
Head Room Front 40.9 - 41.0 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.4 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Nissan Titan than the RAM 1500 Classic. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Nissan Titan and the RAM 1500 Classic.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Nissan Titan as you will with the RAM 1500 Classic, as they can travel a similar number of miles on a tank of gas.

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). The Nissan Titan is somewhat more expensive than the RAM 1500 Classic.

Dimensions
The Nissan Titan is about the same width as the RAM 1500 Classic. When looking at overall length, the Nissan Titan takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the RAM 1500 Classic.

Handling
The Nissan Titan has a larger turning radius than the RAM 1500 Classic, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Nissan Titan is clearly the choice over the RAM 1500 Classic for pulling heavy loads. The Nissan Titan has a little more horsepower than the RAM 1500 Classic.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Nissan Titan does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the RAM 1500 Classic.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Nissan Titan as you will the RAM 1500 Classic.