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 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 51 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (169 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 41 kg more than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2008 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm). 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 | 5212 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 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 | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 3090 mm |
