1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, both 1997 Dodge Dakota and 1997 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 9 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum 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 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dakota | Quantum |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |