1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1996 Dodge Dakota. 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 2006 Ford E-150. 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | E-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3510 mm |