2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2530 mm |
