1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota Mark II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Intrepid | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
