1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 219 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Ram | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
