1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Sportage |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |