2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |
