1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Vitz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
