1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 806. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Peugeot 806. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 806 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
