1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 890 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Ram | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
