1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | F-150 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |