2000 Daewoo Musiro vs. 1998 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2000 Daewoo Musiro 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (145 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Musiro.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daewoo Musiro 1998 Dodge Ram
Make Daewoo Dodge
Model Musiro Ram
Year Released 2000 1998
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 3905 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 105 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 305 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2790 mm


 

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