1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 16 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford C-Max. 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2648 mm |
