1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 395 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 Pontiac G6. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | G6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |