1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1731 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota. 2005 Ford Excursion 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. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dakota | Excursion |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 576 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3490 mm |