1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 4 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 175 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 702 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Avella |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
