1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 13 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Escape |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |