1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
