1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Dakota and 1999 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 378 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (290 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dakota | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 184 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2380 mm |
