1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1992 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1999 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1992 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 1992 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Intrepid | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
