2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
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 RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX. 2001 Toyota RunX has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | RunX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
