1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (234 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 2010 Toyota Tundra. 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 (306 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Intrepid | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 234 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
