2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 108 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 587 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra. 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 Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3270 mm |