1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Altea. 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Dakota | Altea |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |