2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1539 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (753 Nm) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5882 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 753 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2470 mm |
