1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
