1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Dodge Caravan. 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 2001 Dodge Caravan. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
