1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2005 Tata Sumo is newer by 9 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) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Dakota | Sumo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 196 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |