1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
