1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 79 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Intrepid | Crown |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |