2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Dodge Durango.
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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Durango | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | Ram |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |