1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Dakota would be higher. 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. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (468 Nm). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Dodge Dakota 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Dodge Rolls-Royce
Model Dakota Silver Seraph
Year Released 1999 2000
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 318 HP
Torque 468 Nm 489 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 2304 kg
Vehicle Length 5460 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3330 mm 3070 mm


 

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