1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 278 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. 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 2005 Suzuki Forenza. 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 (399 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Dakota | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
