1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 12 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 437 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (468 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dakota | CC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2710 mm |
