2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Pickup |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2960 mm |