1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 730 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Highlander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |