1997 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 307 kg more than 1997 Dodge Ram.
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, 1997 Dodge Ram (804 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. (443 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Ram | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 804 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 2575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3099 mm |
