1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 11 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3510 mm |
