2002 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 511 kg more than 2002 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Durango | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Tundra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3700 mm |