2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 655 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Caldina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
