1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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 Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3190 mm |
