1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 60 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dakota | Drifter |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2499 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1590 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2990 mm |