1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Solara. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Solara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
