2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |
