1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 310 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota. 2005 SsangYong Korando 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. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Dakota | Korando |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
