2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo 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 266 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1612 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Echo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
