1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (360 HP) has 212 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 889 kg more than 1999 Dodge Durango.

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, 1999 Dodge Durango (559 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Durango Land Cruiser
Year Released 1999 2003
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 360 HP 148 HP
Torque 559 Nm 328 Nm
Top Speed 228 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1057 kg 1946 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2680 mm


 

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