1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 4 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota. 2001 Toyota Altezza 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. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Altezza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |