2000 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 2 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, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 495 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura Integra. 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) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | Integra | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
