1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 396 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
