2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 6 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 386 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3090 mm |
