2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Ram | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3905 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |