2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | SSR | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
