2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser weights approximately 234 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. (271 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Panel Cruiser | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3710 mm |
