2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2910 mm |