2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Pilot | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |