1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (159 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Patrol |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3905 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2980 mm |