1998 Nissan President vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Nissan President.
Because 2002 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan President | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | President | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2790 mm |