1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 5 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 391 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Crown. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |