1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2001 Nissan Primera is newer by 5 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 6 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Nissan Primera. 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 2001 Nissan Primera. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Primera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
