2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 112 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram 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 2009 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
