2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2000 Dodge Dakota and 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (576 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dakota | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
