1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Tundra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3710 mm |