1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab
To start off, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is newer by 5 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 12 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 785 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Maxx Cab |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3360 mm |
