2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Land Cruiser | Dakota |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 83 L |