1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
