2000 Dodge Maxx Cab vs. 2004 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2004 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 835 kg more than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab 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, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | 2004 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Maxx Cab | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2880 mm |
