1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Lanos | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
