1998 Dodge Avenger vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 973 kg more than 1998 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Avenger. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Avenger | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Avenger | Ram |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
