1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 8 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Tata Safari. 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 (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2006 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Ram | Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
