2000 Toyota Mark II vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 2000 Toyota Mark II and 2000 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (225 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota Mark II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Intrepid (306 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Mark II | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Mark II | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
