1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 471 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. 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 (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2888 mm |
