2010 Dodge Charger vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 384 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Charger | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Ram |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5083 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3048 mm | 2790 mm |
