1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Venture |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |