2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1997 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 384 kg more than 1997 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1997 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Vanquish | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
