1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 12 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 408 kg more than 1998 Dodge Ram. 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 (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
