1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Terrano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |