1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1934 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Metro | Ram |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 4080 mm |
