1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 408 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
