Ram 1500 vs. Nissan TITAN

The standard engines in the Ram 1500 and the TITAN have horsepower and torque in the 400 range. However, that’s the lone engine for the TITAN, so you won’t have the power of choice. Meanwhile, the Ram 1500 offers four powertrain options, including a 6.2L Supercharged HEMI® V8 (available on the Ram 1500 TRX) that puts out a beastly 702 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque.

The Ram 1500 also outdoes the TITAN when it comes to towing, hauling, and fuel economy. Not only can the Ram 1500 tow up to 12,750 pounds when properly equipped, but it also offers excellent V6 fuel economy with its eTorque Mild Hybrid Technology System.

In comparison, the TITAN can only tow up to 11,033 pounds when properly configured.

That being said, the Ram will prove superior once again. The cabin attributes in its spacious Crew Cab option include:

These features enable you to make the most of the rear space in the Crew Cab. Fit the whole crew to go from one worksite to another, transform it into a mobile office, or use it to store large cargo items that can’t go in the bed.

Still, just because you’re driving a truck doesn’t mean you and your passengers shouldn’t be comfortable. After all, you work hard, so you deserve a bit of relief during the journey or at the end of a long day.

That’s why the Ram 1500 provides up to a best-in-class 45.2 inches of second-row legroom and it features class-exclusive reclining rear seats. Unfortunately, the TITAN model’s second row is tight no matter which cab you choose. The TITAN Crew Cab gives rear-row passengers just 38.5 inches of legroom and offers no recline option.

Whether you’re on the worksite or heading out on a weekend adventure, the 2023 Ram 1500 can help you stay in touch with its available Uconnect® 5 NAV infotainment system.

With this system, you’ll get a large 12-inch touchscreen to take advantage of all kinds of handy features. Plus, you can create up to five driver profiles, view tow-specific navigation, and access your smartphone apps and SiriusXM®.

The TITAN comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen but that can be upgraded to an optional 9-inch infotainment screen. However, this is as big as it gets. As with the Ram 1500, you can get available in-vehicle navigation. Unfortunately, the directions might be harder to read on the smaller screen.

Of course, the most important features of any vehicle—a truck or otherwise—are its safety systems. You’ll want to have confidence that you can get safely from Point A to Point B.

That’s why both the Ram 1500 and the Nissan TITAN come with a variety of standard and available safety features. Both models offer brand-specific versions of:

When it comes time to park your truck, only the Ram 1500 offers available Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist. This system can direct you to engage the proper gear, brake, and accelerator while it automatically controls steering. The TITAN goes without similar technology, so you’ll have to park the old-fashioned way.