2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Dodge Dakota (576 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
