2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2790 mm |
