2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 361 kg more than 2012 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 (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |