1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
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, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |