1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 107 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
