1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 70 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Passat |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |