2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 393 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |