2001 GMC Yukon vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 190 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 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Yukon | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
