1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Hummer H2 (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
Make | Dodge | Hummer |
Model | Dakota | H2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3120 mm |