1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 321 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Dakota | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
