1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 155 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 (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Escape |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2261 cc |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |