1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 715 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3270 mm |
