2002 Dodge M80 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1485 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge M80. (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge M80. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge M80 has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge M80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge M80 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | M80 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2620 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 96 L |