1997 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 279 kg more than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Land Cruiser | Dakota |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3378 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3340 mm |