1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 625 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dakota | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
