2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Ram and 2003 Toyota Crown were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 486 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Because 2003 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Crown |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |