1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Mercury Villager
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Ram and 1998 Mercury Villager 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 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Villager. 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 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Ram | Villager |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |