1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 9 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, 2007 Kia Magentis (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 42 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Magentis. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
