1999 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Ram would be higher. Both 1999 Dodge Ram and 2002 Dodge Ram are equipped with a 3,906 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 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, both vehicles can yield 305 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
