1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 88 kg more than 1997 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 2010 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Patrol | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
