1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
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, 2005 Ford Ranger (252 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Ranger |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 252 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |