1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 14 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. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 755 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 (468 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Venza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 264 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2775 mm |
