1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 6 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, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ram | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
