1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 15 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 9 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 42 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tundra. 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 (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3221 mm |