2006 Dodge Ram 1500 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
When we compare the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500's and the 2006 Nissan Titan's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2006 Nissan Titan has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500's and the 2006 Nissan Titan's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 is a better car than the 2006 Nissan Titan.
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan Pricing
A used 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 ranges from $5,498 to $32,023 while a used 2006 Nissan Titan is priced between $5,735 to $13,996.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500’s base engine makes 215 horsepower, and the 2006 Nissan Titan base engine makes 305 horsepower. The Ram 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The Titan is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 476 miles. This gives the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2006 Nissan Titan. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 is available in a Crew Cab or a Regular Cab configuration, and the 2006 Nissan Titan is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 offers bed lengths of 75.9, 76.3, and 98.3 inches, and the 2006 Nissan Titan offers bed lengths of 67.1 and 78.9 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2006 Nissan Titan has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5498 - 32023
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5735 - 13996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.358166
Dodge Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Titan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.856243 / 10
Reliability:
8.36873 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Dodge Ram 1500 Rankings
Not yet available
Nissan Titan Rankings
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19 out of / 19Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
75.9 inches, 76.3 inches, 98.3 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
67.1 inches, 78.9 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Laramie, SLT, ST
2006 Nissan Titan Trim Levels
LE, LE FFV, SE, SE FFV, XE, XE FFV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9100 lbs
Max Payload:
1810 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 4900 rpm
Torque:
379 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9500 lbs
Max Payload:
1587 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
67 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4560 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
73.8 inches
Length:
207.7 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4835 lbs
Width:
78.8 inches
Height:
75 inches
Length:
224.2 inches
Wheelbase:
139.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R17