1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 886 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Armada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3140 mm |
