1998 Dodge Ram 1500 vs. 1998 GMC Sierra 1500
In comparing the 1998 Dodge Ram 1500's and the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1998 Dodge Ram 1500's and the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 is a better car than the 1998 Dodge Ram 1500.
1998 Dodge Ram 1500 vs. 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 Pricing
A used 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 ranges from $2,987 to $14,323 while a used 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 is priced between $4,361 to $30,663.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1998 Dodge Ram 1500’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 base engine makes 200 horsepower. The Ram 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The Sierra 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles. This gives the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1998 Dodge Ram 1500. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 and the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 are available in Extended Cabor a Regular Cab configuration.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 has an average safety rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2987 - 14323
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4361 - 30663
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.306845
Dodge Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
GMC Sierra 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.355929 / 10
Reliability:
8.647786 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Dodge Ram 1500 Rankings
Not yet available
GMC Sierra 1500 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
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13 out of / 17Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
1998 Dodge Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Laramie SLT, SS/T, ST, WS
1998 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
SL, SLE, SLT, Special
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
230 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3600 lbs
Max Payload:
1936 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
255 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7000 lbs
Max Payload:
2231 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 525 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4024 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
71.9 inches
Length:
204.1 inches
Wheelbase:
118.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3869 lbs
Width:
76.8 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
194.5 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available