1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 13 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 238 kg more than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 2011 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Ram | Nitro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3905 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2764 mm |