1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 228 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
