2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 9 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Quantum | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Quantum | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2790 mm |
