1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 840 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Ram | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2467 mm |
