1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 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 4 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dakota | Avensis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |