2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |