2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger 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 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram.
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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Charger | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3905 cc |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |