1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 8 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 129 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Megane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
