1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 451 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 (399 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Dakota | Safari |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 399 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |