2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (193 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1593 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (280 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
