2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 48 kg more than 2000 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Dakota | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
