2001 Toyota Pod vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1593 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Pod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (448 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Pod | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Pod | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
