1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Intrepid | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
