2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Dodge Ram. 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Ram | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |