2000 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura MDX | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | MDX | Dakota |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |