1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 12 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 39 kg more than 2010 Toyota 4Runner.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2789 mm |