1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dakota | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2916 mm |
