1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 502 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 2011 Nissan Quest. 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Quest |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |