1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 308 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Versa. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Versa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2601 mm |