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Compact critters

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Five compact pickup trucks are compared for power, fuel economy and safety, among other things. The trucks' ability to haul cargo efficiently beds is also evaluated. The vehicles competing are Toyota Tacoma, Dodge Dakota, Ford Ranger, Nissan Frontier and Chevy S-10, with the Dodge taking first place.

Author: Berg, Phil
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Car and Driver
Subject: Automobiles
ISSN: 0008-6002
Year: 1998
Cover Story, Dodge Dakota (Truck), Nissan Frontier (Truck), Chevrolet S10 (Truck), Ford Ranger (Truck), Toyota Tacoma (Truck)

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Toyota Rav4

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Toyota's Rav4 is a hybrid car-truck with a price point in the entry-level sport utility range occupied by the Kia Sportage. A 13-month, 40,000-mile road test reveals well-balanced handling and comfortable passenger and cargo area, but indicates that Toyota might want to consider a V-6 model.

Author: Berg, Phil
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Car and Driver
Subject: Automobiles
ISSN: 0008-6002
Year: 1997
Toyota RAV4 (Sport-utility vehicle)

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Long-term Jeep Grand Cherokee

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A 1992 Grand Cherokee had only a few minor problems during a long-term test. A rear hatch latch that broke and a faulty speedometer sensor were replaced under warranty. Only $213 in regular maintenance costs was needed over 35,000 miles.

Author: Berg, Phil
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Car and Driver
Subject: Automobiles
ISSN: 0008-6002
Year: 1993
Jeep Grand Cherokee (Sport-utility vehicle)

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Subjects list: Evaluation, Trucks, Product/Service Evaluation
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