1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Ford Windstar
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Ram and 1998 Ford Windstar were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Windstar (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Ford Windstar.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Windstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1998 Ford Windstar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Windstar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
