2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 21 kg more than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Ram | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5212 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2370 mm |