1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Intrepid | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
