1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, both 1997 Dodge Dakota and 1997 Lancia K were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (204 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Dodge Dakota. 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 1997 Lancia K. 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 Lancia K (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota. 1997 Lancia K has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lancia K will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | K |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
