1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1199 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.
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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3378 mm |
