2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
| Model | Entourage | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
