1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 745 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.
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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 95 L |
