1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Nissan Laurel is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Laurel. 2001 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
