1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Daewoo Rexton
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 10 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 330 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Daewoo Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | Daewoo |
| Model | Dakota | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
