2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 520 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.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
