1996 Nissan Presea vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 661 kg more than 1996 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Presea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Presea. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Presea | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Presea | Dakota |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3340 mm |