1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango.
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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |