2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 522 kg more than 2005 Dodge Durango.
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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 391 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 108 L |