1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 355 kg more than 1997 Toyota Supra.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Durango. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | Supra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
