1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 16 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 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 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 2012 Hyundai ix20. 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, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Dakota | ix20 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2615 mm |