1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
