1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 13 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 876 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 2008 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dakota | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
