1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 18 kg more than 1998 Dodge Ram.
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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Ram | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |