2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Durango and 2000 Toyota Altezza were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 179 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (454 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Altezza has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Altezza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
