1999 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 820 kg more than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
