1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 13 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Dakota | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |