1999 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 1999 GMC Sierra and 1999 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 GMC Sierra.
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, 1999 GMC Sierra (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram. 1999 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1999 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 1999 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Sierra | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
