1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 14 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 745 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. 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 2012 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3099 mm |