2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 885 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
