1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 14 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 348 kg more than 1998 Dodge Ram.
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 (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 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 |
