2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Ram and 2003 Toyota Sienna 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, both vehicles can yield 173 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2003 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Sienna. 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sienna. 2003 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Sienna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |