1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1998 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Excursion |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3490 mm |