2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 163 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.

Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 2011 Dodge Ram
Make Toyota Dodge
Model Land Cruiser Ram
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5661 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 381 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 544 Nm 551 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2581 kg 2418 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5817 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3569 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 98 L


 

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