Nissan Titan vs Ram 1500
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 18 MPG for the Nissan Titan. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Nissan Titan | Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 257 | 1,207 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 9 and 11 | 110 and 20 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 18,000 miles | 36,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 13 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 18 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 20 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,700 | $4,150 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 257 complaints for the Nissan Titan and 1,207 for the Ram 1500. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the Nissan Titan, 4 stars for the Ram 1500.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Nissan Titan, 13 for the Ram 1500.