1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota. 2010 Nissan Titan 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. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Titan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3560 mm |