1999 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
