1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2004 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2004 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Intrepid (250 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 740 kg more than 2004 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2004 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
